From there, the lander will have an opportunity to land on the lunar surface on Thursday evening.
Other private space ventures have tried and failed to claim that coveted title.
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Intuitive Machine’s Nova-C lander captured this view of Earth while on its journey to the Moon.Image: Intuitive Machines
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Image: Intuitive Machines
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